Health Section
Some sounds synonymous with summer can also be the most harmful for our hearing. From sporting events and fireworks to concerts, parties, and yard work, protecting your hearing should be a priority this summer. A […]
Sochenda Stephens is the program manager for the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) at Mayo Clinic in Florida. Her team is reaching out to communities in Jacksonville that are underrepresented in healthcare to attract more people to join research […]
With June now upon us, it is time not only for BBQ’s and beach vacations, but also an important observance: Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are a very well known, but also very misunderstood condition, impacting […]
The Biden Administration is considering reclassifying marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, aligning it with substances like Tylenol with codeine, known for “moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence.” Currently grouped with […]
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects a significant portion of the population, yet remains under-recognized. It is estimated that approximately 3.3 million people in the United States are living with […]
A cancer diagnosis is an emotional experience. Learning that you have cancer can create feelings of hopelessness, fear and sadness. This is especially true if your cancer is advanced or available treatments are unable to […]
The Physical and Mental Health committee of the Jacksonville Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, presented, ‘Eat Smart, Move Light & Be Well,’ health fair, Saturday, May 25th at UF Health, 580 W. […]
Quincy, MA, May 29, 2024 — As part of its Florida Prostate Cancer Disparity Rally, PHEN hosted a panel discussion at the 30th Anniversary Retreat for the AME Sons of Allen, coordinated by Rev. George Hardy, 11th […]
The Getting Educated Monthly Session (G.E.M.S) and the Agape Promote Protect Improve team (P.P.I) recently held an informative workshop entitled “Coping: Communication.” Family Foundations of Northeast Florida, Clinical Counselor Laura Minnich, led participants through a series […]
Sylvester Pinckney is someone who knows a lot about teamwork. He was a star football player in high school and college; he and his wife, Sabrina, have raised a family together; and for more than […]
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